Solicitation 72051920R00002 - USPSC Supervisory DOC Specialist USAID El Salvador.pdf

Attachment No. 1 Solicitation No. 72051920R00002

Supervisory Development Outreach and Communications Specialist (S/DOC) Office of the Director (DIR)

USAID/EL SALVADOR

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: 72051920R00002

2. ISSUANCE DATE: February 14, 2020

3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR

RECEIPT OF OFFERS: February 28, 2020 (5:00 pm El Salvador/Local Time)

4. POINT OF CONTACT: Irma de Escolán

USAID/El Salvador, Executive Office/Procurement Telephone: (503) 2501-3428 Fax: (503) 2298-0885 E-mail: iescolan@usaid.gov

5. POSITION TITLE: Supervisory Development Outreach and Communications

Specialist (S/DOC)

6. MARKET VALUE: $109,366 to $142,180 equivalent to GS-15.

Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value.

7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The base period will be two (2) years estimated to start o/a

04/26/2020. Based on Agency need, availability of funding and subject to appropriate security and medical clearances, the Contracting Officer may exercise three (3) possible one-year options, not to exceed five (5) years for the date(s) estimated as follows:

Base Period: o/a 04/26/2020 – 04/23/2022 Option Period 1: o/a 04/24/2022 – 04/22/2023 Option Period 2: o/a 04/23/2023 – 04/20/2024 Option Period 3: o/a 04/21/2024 – 04/19/2025

8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: San Salvador, El Salvador, with possible travel as stated in the Statement of Duties.

9. ELIGIBLE OFFERORS: U.S. Citizens only.

10. CLEARANCES: The selected offeror must be able to obtain a Security

Clearance at the “Secret” level and appropriate Medical Clearance. If such clearances are not obtained within a reasonable time or negative suitability issues are involved, any offer may be rescinded.

mailto:iescolan@usaid.gov

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11. STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

1. General Statement of Purpose of the Contract

As lead actor of the Mission’s Strategic Communications Unit, the S/DOC manages the full range of public information and outreach activities in support of USAID/El Salvador’s programs and objectives and for those parts of the CAM Regional Program, targeting information to specific audiences in both the U.S. and countries in the region (as needed), in accordance with the Mission’s public strategy and evolving circumstances.

2. Statement of Duties to be Performed Specific duties include but are not limited to the following:

Supervisory and Coordination o Lead the Mission’s Strategic Communications Unit comprised of three CCNs to ensure overall quality and coherence of the team’s communications and outreach products and initiatives. Advise and coordinate with communication specialists in other technical offices at the mission, as well as with implementing partner communication specialists.

o Coordinate closely with national and international media outlets in order to highlight

USAID’s programmatic results in El Salvador and throughout the Central America and Mexico region.

o Lead the development and implementation of the Mission’s (both Bilateral and Regional) communications strategy and outreach plan, lead and coordinate Mission teams in the development and implementation of a strategic and focused outreach calendar.

o Represent the Mission at the senior level (both in El Salvador and at other Missions in

Central America and Mexico) on all matters pertaining to public affairs and outreach activities with other branches of the USG, the GOES, implementing partners, other donor nations, the UN, World Bank and other groups or institutions.

o Develop and implement a bilateral and regional outreach strategy for USAID/El

Salvador, closely aligned with the Country Development Cooperation Strategy for El Salvador and with the approach of US Embassies in their respective countries.

o Train and guide USAID's technical staff in El Salvador in support of their public speaking and media outreach roles for both the El Salvador bilateral and Central America-Mexico regional programs. Ensure relevant staff in missions throughout the region, including DOCs and technical staff as appropriate, is well versed on media-related talking points regarding regional programming. Oversee the integration of communications in the project design and implementation processes.

o Engage directly with high level GOES officials on outreach and communication.

Establish and maintain contacts with donor representatives, implementing partners, and other USG agencies to collect information for reports.

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3 Page 3 o Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all USAID/El Salvador’s activities and processes, as well as a keen awareness of political and policy issues.

o Advise USAID staff (both in El Salvador and in the Region) and implementing partners on developing appropriate public information programs and initiatives.

o Serve as the resident expert on USAID branding and style guidelines, ensuring regulations are followed by recommending revisions and appropriate application as outlined in ADS 320 and the Agency’s Graphic Standards Manual.

o Oversee and provide regular trainings to USAID staff and implementing partners on the appropriate use of branding and marking; work closely with Contracting/Assistance Officer Representatives (C/AOR) to ensure adherence to branding in the field; and, seek guidance from LPA on any disputes or waiver requests.

o Coordinate with the US Embassy/San Salvador, other USG agencies, and USAID implementing partners to achieve maximum exposure and understanding of U.S.

development and humanitarian assistance efforts and initiatives in El Salvador, as defined by the Chief of Mission and USAID/El Salvador Mission Director.

o Develop reports, as needed, summarizing political trends and programmatic impact in El

Salvador and throughout the Central America and Mexico regions.

Public Information and Publicity Materials o Coordinate information dissemination, media outreach, and public events within the

USAID Mission (and in the region as needed); with the Mission’s offices, units and technical staff; and with all non-USG organizations.

o Oversee the drafting, editing, and dissemination of timely and accurate information, fact sheets, press releases, newsletters, brochures, presentations, responses for requests for information, and all other public information materials relating to USAID/El Salvador’s activities, and for the activities of the CAM Regional Missions. These must be written in clear, concise English, prepared with both the media and general audiences in mind, and designed for print, power points, and web use.

o Oversee the preparation of submissions for USAID Frontlines and other USAID public information platforms including the Impact Blog, USAID Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other new or emerging social media sites. Oversee the use of social media platforms as an engagement tool with a focus on digital advocacy and outreach; develop a social media strategy to align with the broader communications strategy. Oversee the content and posting of El Salvador specific English and Spanish-language materials on the USAID website to ensure they are accurate and up to date; works closely with LPA webmaster to ensure the El Salvador specific pages are creative and informative.

o Oversee the writing and distribution of press releases on program successes, project inaugurations, and significant developments. Follow up with media to encourage and support coverage of public events. Coordinate with technical offices, Embassy’s

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PAO, and LPA to produce and release timely, accurate, and useful written information to local and international media.

o Develop strategic and innovative outreach platforms, utilizing podcasts, blogs and other outreach means to reach target audiences.

o Conduct focus group interviews with a range of audiences to better target and tailor communications and outreach messages.

o Manage the preparation and maintenance of an updated standard information package on the USAID program in El Salvador (and for the CAM Regional Program) for briefings and for distribution to the public and media; including scene setters, program briefing papers, project status reports, maps, photos, information about other donors, and general information about El Salvador and the Region.

o Play a critical role in Mission quality control to ensure language of documents and reports are clear, well written and appropriately tailored to target audience.

Media and Public Relations o Promote separate, pro-active, targeted, information and media outreach activities. These activities are specifically designed to provide accurate information about USAID/El Salvador programs into local, regional and national markets, through the selective use of radio, television, newspapers, magazines, public service announcements, advertisements, billboards, and traditional communications. This necessitates a close and transparent relationship with Mission implementing partners’ communication and outreach staff.

o Oversee all international and local media relations with USAID/El Salvador. Work closely with PAO on press relations and maintain contacts with high-level foreign and local journalists from all media outlets.

o Advise and work with Embassy PAO to expand opportunities to keep media abreast of USAID/El Salvador programs, including TV, radio and other media, which may include arranging interviews, briefings, and media tours of USAID projects.

o In collaboration with PAO, advise the Mission Director and USAID staff on press and media relations. Ensure a targeted, coherent, and consistent message from all USAID staff and implementing partners.

o Coordinate and maintain good relations with the Government of El Salvador public relations offices.

o Coordinate with PAO to monitor local and international press coverage, awareness, and attitudes concerning USAID programs and monitor effectiveness of the communications strategy. Provide feedback to inform ongoing activities and future programming.

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5 Page 5 o As directed by the Mission Director and Deputy Director, and in collaboration with PAO, respond to inquiries from the general public, media, and other sources about USAID programs and projects.

o Collaborate with the private sector partnership team to develop strategic plans and to create publicity materials, events, social media engagement in support of the creation of new partnerships. Manage communications team to implement strategic plans and campaigns.

o Strategize on communication campaigns and activities to strengthen existing partnerships and foster new partnerships.

Publicity Events o Organize and coordinate press events for USAID projects in conjunction with the PAO, USAID Mission Director, USAID staff and implementing partners. This includes conferences, openings, ribbon-cuttings, and other ceremonies. Write press releases, speeches, and talking points; organize background briefings for media; compile and disseminate press packets; deal with protocol issues, site selection, staging, and logistical issues; identify and schedule speakers; liaise with U.S. and local government officials;

write or edit Briefing Checklists (BCLs), Scene Setters, briefing materials and memorandums to the Ambassador or his/her deputies when participation in events is warranted; write or edit BCLs and Scene Setters for USAID’s Front Office when participation in events is warranted; provide on-site coordination of media. Follow up with media to ensure coverage of public events. Manage the posting of all event information and materials to the Mission website.

o Lead technical teams and the Regional Program Office to coordinate and strategically plan all public outreach events, considering activities to maximize press and outreach opportunities.

o Review and edit press releases, speeches, and talking points drafted by implementing partners for USAID events; review and edit BCLs and Scene Setters drafted by implementing partners for USAID events. Submit all press releases and interview requests – in-house and those drafted by implementing partners – to PAO and LPA, when appropriate for review and approval.

o Oversee the maintenance of a calendar of USAID program events and its distribution within USAID/El Salvador (and the CAM Region), to Embassy stakeholders, and LPA in Washington.

o Photograph and/or shoot video of USAID events for the USAID and Embassy websites and for USAID/El Salvador’s archives (as well as for the CAM Regional Program).

o Serve as the USAID Mission’s primary point of contact for publicity events and site visits by official visitors from the U.S. Embassy, USAID/Washington, Congress, and other USG agencies or entities. Coordinate VIP site visits as necessary. Coordinate with Embassy on schedules and logistics. Lead the preparation of briefing materials, scene

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6 Page 6 setters, and other information products and processes to support these visits. Maintain a diverse list of potential site visit locations appropriate for a variety of CODEL, STAFFDEL, and other high-level visitors to USAID/El Salvador, coordinating closely with partners in advance.

3. Supervisory Relationship and Controls

Incumbent is expected to act independently with little direction. The incumbent will have significant autonomy with limited oversight from his/her supervisor. The majority of work will emerge through an understanding of on-going duties and responsibilities with specific assignments coming from the office director and mission management.

Substantial reliance is placed on the incumbent's use of judgment concerning priority and effectiveness of public relations documentation and activities. Incumbent must anticipate, react to, and interpret changing priorities and circumstances in the media and their effects on his/her work in coordination with various mission elements. Many important decisions will be based on the incumbent's experience and managerial skills. The incumbent must plan his/her work schedule independently and direct colleagues and subordinates to use skills and abilities effectively.

The incumbent will directly supervise one CCN Senior Development Outreach and Communications Specialist, and will oversee the work of two other CCNs, one Development Outreach and Communications Specialist and one Social Media Assistant and will coordinate closely with the Mission’s program and technical offices.

4. Position Elements

Degree of responsibility for decision-making assigned to the position:

The S/DOC is located within Director’s Office and reports directly to the Deputy Mission Director.

Level of complexity of work assignments:

The incumbent will be working on complex issues related to multifaceted communication strategy and analysis related to activity, USAID, and USG audiences across platforms for varied audiences. S/he will serve as an expert advisor and works with Mission and Embassy leadership and staff to implement development, outreach, and communications efforts to increase awareness of USAID assistance programs in El Salvador and in the region, for a variety of audiences within and outside of El Salvador. S/he leads the development, outreach, and communications team in El Salvador, supervising one Cooperating Country National (CCN) Senior Development Outreach and Communications Specialist, and overseeing two CCNs, one Development Outreach and Communications Specialist and one Social Media Assistant.

Knowledge level required:

The incumbent should have knowledge of messaging/marketing/social marketing. S/he must have the ability to create compelling messaging across a variety of media, including print, blogs, social media, infographics, video, and speeches. (S/he must have experience with the planning or execution of video content.) S/he must also have the ability to think creatively about other means to tell the USAID story and convey key messages through multi-

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Knowledge of USG laws, policies, regulations and procedures related to international development assistance, and to development outreach and communications. This position requires a combination of leadership, analytical, technical, and managerial skills. The incumbent must have excellent writing skills and be able to work under severe time pressures. The incumbent must be familiar with working well in an overseas environment with a wide range of governmental, non-governmental counterparts, local, regional, and international press.

Complexity of the work environment/effect on the position’s responsibilities:

There is a high degree of complexity in the work environment as this is also a regional platform and the Mission also manages a regional portfolio. USAID/El Salvador manages both a Bilateral program and the Central America Mexico (CAM) Regional Program, and serves as a regional platform and training hub, providing legal, financial, acquisition and assistance, and administrative services to USAID missions in Mexico and Central America.

The Mission manages a combined $460 million portfolio, including 22 bilateral activities and 17 regional activities. The total FY 2017 budget from regional, bilateral and other sources was $135 million. FY2018 planned resources were estimated at $95 million, along with $7 million in Operating Expenses. FY 2019 planned resources are $80 million combined of regional, bilateral and other sources. The regional services platform provides varied procurement, financial, administrative, private sector engagement, legal and environmental compliance services to eight USAID Operating Units (OUs) in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), including the Missions in El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, the Dominican Republic, the Office of the Inspector General in El Salvador, and the Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance in Costa Rica.

Guidelines:

USAID general guidelines, Automated Directive Systems (ADS) regarding allowable communications activities and relationships with PAS and the media include branding guidelines, standard agency procurement and contracting procedures, priorities set by approved strategies, U.S. embassy guidelines on public outreach and media relations.

Scope and effect of the work performed:

S/he will serve as an expert advisor on development outreach and communications issues and works with Mission and Embassy leadership and staff to implement development, outreach, and communications efforts to increase awareness of USAID assistance programs in El Salvador and in the Region. The purpose of the position is to create and execute a vision to message strategically to USAID/El Salvador’s varied group of stakeholders. The success of the vision and execution enhances understanding and support for USAID programming both within El Salvador and the United States. This support can translate into greater programmatic success, shifting narratives to help achieve US government policy priorities, and communicating to legislators the importance of USAID/El Salvador programming (to

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Level and purpose of contacts:

The contractor will advise and make recommendations to the Mission Director, Deputy Mission Director and other USAID senior staff and consult with Embassy, including the U.S.

Ambassador and high-level visitors, and other U.S. Agency staff, host government officials and other donors.

Relationship in the USAID Mission: The incumbent ensures that the many diverse elements of USAID and its constituencies play active roles in the development and implementation of USAID's public relations activities, taking a proactive role to ensure that these actions highlight the strong U.S.-El Salvador partnership and emphasize the benefits that El Salvador receives from American foreign assistance, while incorporating sensitivity to local issues and cultural considerations.

Relationship with Public Affairs Section: The incumbent works closely with the U.S.

Embassy Public Affairs Section on a range of activities including, but not limited to, public relations strategy development and contacts with the Salvadoran media. S/He ensures that key operational linkages and feedback systems are maintained.

Relationship with USAID/Washington: The Bureau of Legislative and Public Affairs (LPA) and the Latin American and Caribbean Bureau in Washington are important stakeholders in public relations activities focused on U.S. foreign assistance to El Salvador. The incumbent is the principal mission contact with LPA and is responsible for coordinating all appropriate actions with LPA's Public Relations Division and in ensuring that all Washington policies related to public relations are followed and that concerns, and local environment are communicated back to Washington.

Other Relationships: The incumbent has a wide range of other contacts including the U.S.

Embassy, involving the Office of the Ambassador, Government of El Salvador ministry representatives, U.S. and Salvadoran journalists, and representatives from U.S. and Salvadoran television. The incumbent has a close relationship with USAID contractors, U.S.

NGOs, and other donors.

Authority to make commitments:

Incumbent is responsible for budget planning and the preparation of procurement requests for publicity materials and related technical services. The incumbent is given broad discretion to discuss political, economic, and social dimensions of the USAID/El Salvador program with media representatives, and well as with high-ranking members of USAID and State Department in Washington and in El Salvador.

Travel requirements:

The nature of the work will require some in-country travel to visit USAID projects, as well as some travel throughout the Central American and Mexico region.

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12. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.

II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

1. Technical knowledge/Work Experience:

o At least eight to ten years of experience in related fields, such as public relations, journalism, or international development communications.

o The incumbent must have a minimum of eight years’ experience with three years in a supervisory capacity, of progressively responsible experience in marketing, strategic communication, or journalism.

o Offeror must explicitly highlight supervisory experience, including timeframes of supervision, in their submission.

o Experience with diplomacy or covering international affairs/development is required.

o The incumbent must have demonstrated experience using social media; organizing and conducting roundtables and other events; producing web content and videos; planning and delivering training; and working collaboratively with journalists.

o The incumbent must also have experience communicating for or with private sector entities.

o Experience supervising staff and workflows, working as a team member, and providing leadership in the areas of his/her competencies.

o Demonstrated success in developing and disseminating information to a variety of target audiences and in designing and implementing effective public relations/communications campaigns targeted at specific audiences as well as the general public.

o Demonstrated ability to craft information messages in various media formats (press releases, web sites, stories, etc.) targeting a variety of audiences; demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collegial relations with press and media contacts and exercise sound judgment in representing the USG while discussing program activities with the press and media.

o Evidence of broad understanding of issues related to international development and transition economies; Broad operational planning experience, analytical ability, and the capacity to convert planning concepts into firm plans to meet a variety of contingencies.

o Extensive writing and editing experience.

o Previous work experience with the USG or another international development organization in an overseas context.

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2. Communication Skills/Group Dynamics:

Offeror must provide evidence and examples of:

o Effective team leadership skills and the ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team.

o Ability to make cogent arguments clearly and succinctly in written and oral presentations.

o Initiative and proactive engagement with colleagues to complete assigned tasks in accordance with agreed timetables.

o Ability to work independently, managing several activities at once, and to work under pressure to meet very short deadlines.

o Evidence of outstanding coordination and organizational skills.

3. Writing Skills:

Offeror must provide at least two writing samples with their offer. The samples should be 350 to 1,500 words (preferably 750-1,000 words). They can be excerpts from larger articles or papers, and do not have to concern development or be written specifically for this solicitation. The samples should demonstrate the offeror’s ability to clearly and lucidly communicate complex ideas to the public. The samples must be authored by the Offeror, co-written articles are not accepted.

Language: English Level IV; Spanish S3/R3. Fluency in written and oral communication skills in English is required. Candidates will be evaluated through their writing samples and interview on their ability to effectively communicate in Spanish, and higher ratings will be awarded to candidates who exhibit higher levels of written and spoken Spanish, which will make them more effective in carrying out their duties.

4. Education and Training:

o A Master’s degree is required in journalism, communications, international relations, international development, English, marketing, public administration, development/area studies, social studies or a related field.

o Training in one or more of the following areas: development outreach and communications, writing, journalism, website content management, presentation skills, or other areas that are relevant to the detailed duties and responsibilities.

o Extensive experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Excel.

Familiarity with the Adobe Suite, particularly using Adobe Photoshop. Experience with Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and RSS feeds.

o Familiarity with digital camera and videotaping equipment.

5. The ability to obtain the security level and medical clearances required for the position.

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III. EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS

The Government may award a contract without discussions with offerors in accordance with FAR 52.215-1. The CO reserves the right at any point in the evaluation process to establish a competitive range of offerors with whom negotiations will be conducted pursuant to FAR 15.306(c). In accordance with FAR 52.215-1, if the CO determines that the number of offers that would otherwise be in the competitive range exceeds the number at which an efficient competition can be conducted, the CO may limit the number of offerors in the competitive range to the greatest number that will permit an efficient competition among the most highly rated offers. FAR provisions of this solicitation are available at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far.

• Technical Knowledge/Work Experience: (40 points)

• Communication Skills/Group Dynamics: (25 points)

• Writing Skills: (25 points)

• Education and Training: (10 points)

Offerors meeting the above required qualifications for the position will be evaluated based on information presented in the offer and reference checks. USAID reserves the right to conduct interviews with the top ranked short-listed offerors. The interview will be one of the determining factors in the final selection.

IV. SUBMITTING AN OFFER

All of the following must be included in the offer package in order for the package to be considered complete:

1. A signed cover letter of no more than 3 pages that demonstrates how the Offeror’s qualifications meet the work requirements;

2. A Curriculum Vitae which, at a minimum, describes education, latest experience and career achievements;

3. A completed and signed offer form, AID 309-2 (Offeror Information for Personal Services

Contracts with Individuals), which can be found at the following website, https://www.usaid.gov/forms/;

4. Names, current and accurate phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references that have knowledge of the Offeror’s abilities to perform the duties set forth in the solicitation. USAID reserves the right to contact all references;

5. A signed written statement certifying the date and length of time for which the Offeror is available for the position;

6. Two writing samples in accordance with Section II. (3) of this solicitation;

7. To ensure consideration of offers for the intended position, Offeror submissions must clearly reference the Solicitation number on all offeror submitted documents.

8. Offer packages must be submitted electronically to iescolan@usaid.gov no later than 5:00 pm on February 28, 2020 (El Salvador/Local Time).

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V. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS PRIOR TO AWARD

The CO will provide instructions about how to complete and submit the appropriate forms after an offeror is selected for the contract award.

VI. BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES

As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a USPSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances:

1. BENEFITS:

(a) Employer's FICA Contribution

(b) Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance (if applicable)

(c) Pay Comparability Adjustment

(d) Annual Increase (pending a satisfactory performance evaluation)

(e) Eligibility for Worker's Compensation

(f) Annual and Sick Leave

2. ALLOWANCES (If applicable):

Section numbers refer to rules from the Department of State Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas), available at https://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=282&menu_id=101

(a) Temporary Quarter Subsistence Allowance (Section 120)

(b) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130)

(c) Cost of Living Allowance (Chapter 210)

(d) Post Allowance (Section 220)

(e) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260)

(f) Education Allowance (Section 270)

(g) Education Travel (Section 280)

(h) Post Differential (Chapter 500)

(i) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600)

(j) Danger Pay (Section 650)

Resident-Hire USPSCs are not eligible for any fringe benefits, differentials, or allowances;

and are only eligible for contributions for FICA, Medicare, health insurance, and life insurance.

VII. TAXES

USPSCs are required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA, Medicare and applicable State Income Taxes.

VIII. USAID REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND CONTRACT CLAUSES PERTAINING TO

PSCs

USAID regulations and policies governing USPSC awards are available at these sources:

https://aoprals.state.gov/ https://aoprals.state.gov/ https://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=282&menu_id=101

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1. USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix D, “Direct USAID Contracts with a

U.S. Citizen or a U.S. Resident Alien for Personal Services Abroad,” including contract clause “General Provisions,” available at https://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf .

2. Contract Cover Page form AID 309-1 available at https://www.usaid.gov/forms .

Pricing by line item is to be determined upon contract award as described by the illustrative table (no information required for offer submission):

ITEM

NO

(A)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES (DESCRIPTION)

(B)

QUANTITY

(C)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT

PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

(F)

0001 Base Period - Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Cost

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info: TBD

1 LOT $ _TBD__ $_ TBD at Award after negotiations with Contractor

1001 Option Period 1 – Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Cost

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info: TBD

1 LOT $ _TBD__ $ TBD at Award after negotiations with Contractor

2001 Option Period 2 – Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Cost

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info: TBD

1 LOT $ _TBD__ $ TBD at Award after negotiations with Contractor

3001 Option Period 3 – Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Cost

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info: TBD

1 LOT $ _TBD__ $__TBD at Award after negotiations with Contractor

3. Acquisition and Assistance Policy Directives/Contract Information Bulletins

(AAPDs/CIBs) for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals available at http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs .

https://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf https://www.usaid.gov/forms http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs

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4. Ethical Conduct. By the acceptance of a USAID personal services contract as an individual, the contractor will be acknowledging receipt of the “Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch,” available from the U.S. Office of Government Ethics, in accordance with General Provision 2 and 5 CFR 2635.

See https://www.oge.gov/web/oge.nsf/OGE%20Regulations .

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